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The Accounting Podcast
The most authoritative voice in accounting news. Every week, Blake Oliver and David Leary break down the stories reshaping the profession — AI, the Big Four, firm M&A, audit failures, and the talent crisis — with analysis you won't get from the trade press. Earn free NASBA-approved CPE just for listening, with the Earmark app.
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The Accounting PodcastAI for Accountants - Exploring Rightworks Spark
Blake and David meet up with TJ Lewis and Aaron Van Ruler from Rightworks about their new AI tool called Spark, built specifically for accountants on top of…
The Accounting PodcastHow Much Tax Preparers Charge
Blake throws his hat into the ring for President and CEO of NASBA! Hear how he intends to shake things up should he be chosen! Next, Blake and David unpack a…
The Accounting PodcastTurning Staff Into Workaholics Makes Them Way Less Productive
In this 2023 wrap-up, Blake and David discuss an appeals court ruling that audit reports are so generic they are essentially useless to investors. They also…
The Accounting PodcastAccounting Professor Bills Trump $900,000 for Expert Testimony
Just in time for the holidays, Blake and David examine the accounting professor from NYU who charged Trump nearly $900,000 for expert testimony. They also…
The Accounting PodcastBuilding a Firm to the Right Size with Keila Hill-Trawick, CPA
Keila Hill-Trawick joins Blake and David to discuss her philosophy on intentionally building a firm to the "right" size, rather than pursuing endless revenue…
The Accounting PodcastSolving the CPA Pipeline Problem: An Interview with AICPA's National Pipeline Advisory Group
Lexy Kessler, National Pipeline Advisory Group (NPAG) chair and Sue Coffey, Chief Executive Officer – Public Accounting with AICPA join us for a special bonus…
The Accounting PodcastQuickBooks Desktop Is Dead. Long Live Online!
Blake and David discuss Intuit's announcement that QuickBooks Desktop will no longer be sold as new subscriptions after July 2024. They also talk about the…
The Accounting PodcastAICPA Blames Boring Accounting Professors for Pipeline Problem
Blake and David discuss updates from the AICPA's Talent Pipeline Committee, including surprises about the high dropout rate of accounting majors in college…
The Accounting PodcastListener Mail: Compilations, Talent Crisis, ESOPs, 120 v. 150, TurboTax
Blake and David sort through the listener mailbag to find out what you think! Amongst the letters, we’ve got opinions on accounting without assurance and the…
The Accounting PodcastWhat's New in QuickBooks from Connect | Firms Turning Away Work Due to Staffing Shortages
We're back from QuickBooks Connect 2023 with announcements, updates, new features, and improvements in QuickBooks Online. Also, EY got fined $3 million for…
The Accounting PodcastHow to Survive Public Accounting and the CPA Exam
CPA Exam prep rockstars Peter Olinto and Roger Philipp join Blake and David to discuss the evolution of the CPA Exam over time, the importance of making…
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What is QuickBooks Ledger? (from the Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast)
Listen to the full Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/5586a16e Earmark Media Presents a bonus episode of Unofficial…
The Accounting PodcastCan AI Become An Accounting Expert?
Blake and David examine the downfall of FTX and founder Sam Bankman-Fried and look at some controversies around Deloitte auditors backdating audit paperwork in…
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Headlines: Maryland Can't Account For $1.4 Billion of Covid Funds
An independent audit reveals over $1.4 billion in questionable spending and lack of financial oversight at Maryland's Health Department during the COVID…
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Headlines: How a Vegas Hotel Manager Allegedly Stole $773K in Guest Refunds
A former Vegas hotel manager is accused of stealing over $773,000 in guest refunds and using the money to live lavishly. We unpack how he allegedly pulled off…
The Accounting PodcastTrump Trial Updates | Are You Coffee Badging? | Proof Americans Move for Lower Taxes
An embezzlement scheme at Aria Hotel costs MGM $770,000, an accounting firm apologizes for paying a staffer below minimum wage, problems with Workday ERP…
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Joshua Lance, CPA: A Humble, Thoughtful Leader
Today, we are honoring the life of Joshua Lance, CPA, founder of Lance CPA Group, who passed away in October at the age of 40 after a battle with cancer. To…
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Headlines: Questions Surround Justice Thomas' RV Loan
A recent report alleges Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas failed to disclose that a $267,000 recreational vehicle loan from a friend was forgiven, raising…
The Accounting PodcastQuickBooks Launches Bill Pay | NetSuite Adds AI | How Financial Fraud Will Fill CPA Pipeline
Blake and David discuss the factors that impact accountant salaries, including location, experience, and industry, and highlight the correlation between…
The Accounting PodcastEvan Goldberg on NetSuite Turning 25 and Pushing Boundaries with AI
NetSuite founder Evan Goldberg discusses the company's 25th anniversary, new AI features like Text Enhance and Customer 360, and his long-term vision for…
The Accounting PodcastBecoming Employee-Owned: How BDO Broke Out of the Partner Model
Wayne Berson, CEO of BDO USA, joins Blake and guest host, David Leary, on the Earmark Podcast to discuss BDO's recent transition to an employee stock ownership…
The Accounting PodcastIsrael War Impact on Fintech | FTX & Trump Trial Updates | Iowa Blames Workday
There’s a lot to digest in this episode! Blake and David discuss Microsoft's $28.9 billion tax bill, and examine a tax-fraud scheme involving art donations…
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Headlines: Microsoft's Puerto Rico Tax Odyssey
After a decade-long audit, Microsoft is facing a whopping $29 billion tax bill from the IRS for what the agency claims was an "illusory scheme" to channel…
The Accounting PodcastDon Jr. Explains GAAP & Why No One's Going Into Accounting
Blake and David dig into the use of AI agents in solving problems, emphasizing the effectiveness of assigning different roles to the agents and having them…
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Headlines: The Top 10 Cities for U.S. Accountants
Looking for the best cities to launch your accounting career? This top 10 countdown will highlight the metro areas with the highest demand, abundant jobs, and…
The Accounting PodcastStraight Talk on Accounting's Big Issues with Dr. Sharon Lassar
Sharon Lassar, Ph.D., CPA, and Director of the School of Accountancy at the University of Denver, shares concerns and perspectives on CPA licensure, including…
The Accounting PodcastHow Trump Defrauded Banks & Top Cities To Be An Accountant
Blake and David cover a plethora of topics including positive customer experiences, legal rulings, top cities for accountants, and the pressure on Intuit from…
The Accounting PodcastWhat’s New at Xero in the United States
Ben Richmond, Xero's Country Manager for the United States, joins us to discuss new Xero product features like improved inventory management and AI…
The Accounting PodcastThe ERC Moratorium: What Accountants and Tax Pros Need to Know
The recent moratorium on Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims has big implications for accounting and tax professionals. In this episode, we break down what…
The Accounting PodcastCould AI replace CEOs of CPA firms?
Blake and David discuss the potential for AI to replace CEOs of CPA firms. They also dive into the increasing trend of remote work in accounting firms…
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Headlines: Job Security Isn’t Enough to Keep Many Accountants From Quitting
Accounting has long been viewed as a stable career, but in recent years, droves of accountants have been leaving the profession. Blake Oliver dives into a…
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Headlines: IRS Walks Back Promise to Stay Open During Shutdown
The government shutdown threat looms as Congress scrambles to pass funding bills. The IRS previously said it could stay open during a shutdown by relying on…
The Accounting PodcastThe ERC Jumps The Shark with Snoop Dogg Deepfake
Buckle up for a wild ride covering everything from brazen ERC scams to cutting-edge AI. Join Blake and David as they expose the rampant fraud sucking billions…
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Headlines: IRS Freezes ERC
The IRS has announced an immediate moratorium on new Employee Retention Tax Credit claims through the end of the year amidst a surge of questionable…
The Accounting PodcastHow Smart Is Intuit's New AI "Intuit Assist" (with Jack Castonguay)
This week we dive into the pipeline shortage and the need for more accounting candidates, and discuss Intuit's groundbreaking use of AI in TurboTax and its…
The Accounting PodcastAudits Under Fire: Ex-Big Four Partner Responds to Criticisms
Join us for an in-depth conversation with Jerry Maginnis, a retired Big Four audit partner, about the value and criticisms of financial statement audits. Jerry…
The Accounting PodcastImproving The Image of Accounting
We’ve got an AI-packed episode this week! Ryan Lazanis demonstrates how AI and voice cloning technology can be utilized to streamline the analysis of financial…
The Accounting PodcastAccounting Teacher Tells Students Accountants Hate Their Lives
Blake and David discuss issues relating to the accounting profession's talent pipeline, including a high school student's negative experience in her first…
The Accounting PodcastMythbusting Substantial Equivalency and Mobility for CPAs with SCACPA
The requirements to become a licensed CPA differ across states, yet CPAs maintain mobility to practice in multiple jurisdictions. How does this work? David…
The Accounting PodcastThe Future of UX Is... Spreadsheets! & QuickBooks Leader Is New CEO of PayPal
In this episode, Blake and David talk app integration frustrations, Gusto's new payroll feature, increased fees for tax professionals, a tragic accident…
The Accounting PodcastSoft Landing or Hard Fall? Assessing Recession Risks with Liz Wilke, Chief Economist @ Gusto
We discuss whether the economy is headed for a soft landing or hard fall with Gusto's Chief Economist Liz Wilke. Topics include: Recession outlook and key…
The Accounting PodcastExploring Solutions to the Accounting Talent Shortage with Jen Cryder, CEO at PICPA
Jen Cryder, CEO of the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants, joins Blake and David to discuss the accounting profession's pipeline problems…
The Accounting PodcastMeet the Fraudster: Nathan Mueller (from the Oh My Fraud podcast)
Today, we have a special bonus episode from our sister podcast, Oh My Fraud. Hosts Caleb Newquist and Greg Kyte speak with Nathan Mueller. As a young person…
The Accounting PodcastIs Working From Home Less Productive? & IRS Is (Finally) Going Paperless
Blake and David delve into the use of AI in detecting plagiarism in students' papers and its implications for the ongoing debate on AI's impact on employment…
The Accounting PodcastCooking the Books with Barbie: The Downfall of Mattel's Co-Founder & Barbie Inventor
In this episode, Blake and David cover the downfall of Mattel's co-founder and Barbie inventor, Intuit's new ad network that allows businesses to target…
The Accounting PodcastThe Big Money In AI & The Impact of the Ripple Crypto Decision
In this episode of The Accounting Podcast, Blake and David discuss the economic impact of Taylor Swift's "The Eras Tour," Microsoft's CoPilot price with AI…
The Accounting PodcastHow To Know If An App Will Survive & Big Tax Prep Sent Taxpayer Data to Facebook
This week, Blake and David talk app survival signs, Big Tax Prep sending taxpayer data to Facebook, and the dearth of accountants visible in financials. They…
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Review of TurboTax LIVE Full Service Business 2023 for Tax Professionals
Join Blake Oliver, CPA, and David Leary as they review using TurboTax Live Full Service for their business taxes. See their candid reactions and feedback as…
The Accounting PodcastBuilding a Remote eCommerce Firm with Meryl Johnston of Bean Ninjas
Learn how Meryl built a 30-headcount bookkeeping firm in eight years that can operate without her. We also get Meryl's take on the PwC scandal in Australia…
The Accounting Podcast15-Year-Old Passes CPA Exam & NY Requires Independent Audits of AI Hiring Processes
In this episode, Blake and David examine the story of the 15-year-old who recently passed the CPA exam, as well as recent news involving accounting firms…
The Accounting PodcastHow Much Should A CPA Charge For A Business Tax Return? (with Roger Knecht)
In this episode of the Accounting Podcast, Blake and David talk to CPA Roger Knecht about how much CPAs should charge for business tax returns. They also touch…
The Accounting PodcastThe ROI of IRS Audits | FedNow Payment Network Launching in July
In this episode, Blake and David talk about the lack of audits hurting the profession, alternatives to tracking hours, whether to pursue a CPA or EA, and…
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Introducing "The Accounting Podcast" (why we changed our name)
Welcome to the new era of "The Accounting Podcast," formerly known as "The Cloud Accounting Podcast." Why the name change? This show was born out of a passion…
The Accounting PodcastAICPA Engage Recap | Intuit launches GenOS | PwC scandal in Australia
We're back from the AICPA Engage conference sharing takeaways. Also, we're talking about all the latest generative AI developments in accounting, plus the…
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Building the Next Superapp with David Barrett, CEO of Expensify
David is a lifelong programmer who founded Expensify in 2008 and built it into the most popular "pre-accounting" platform on the planet. Hear David's vision…
The Accounting PodcastIRS Loses $10 Billion In Debt Ceiling Deal & Proof ChatGPT Massively Increases Productivity
Why AICPA's 12-point plan won't solve the CPA crisis; Earnings reports from Intuit, Sage, and Xero; Ramp adds AI features to spend management platform; why…
The Accounting PodcastThe AI Coming to Microsoft Products for Accountants with Ashley Francis, CPA
We're joined by Ashley the CPA (@seattle_tax) to talk about artificial intelligence coming soon to Microsoft products plus all the news you can use at the…
The Accounting PodcastEvery Payment Is A Conversation #ExpensiCon
We're back from ExpensiCon in Italy with thoughts on Expensify's future and the future of spend management; a report from Kristen Keats at Accounting Today's…
The Accounting PodcastChatGPT Was Set Up To Fail The CPA Exam
Accounting Today said ChatGPT failed the CPA Exam — here's why that's misleading; a WSJ reporter clones herself with AI and tricks her bank and family…
The Accounting PodcastAI You Can Use Today In Accounting with Giles Pearson
Matt Rissell of TSheets dead in apparent murder-suicide; a review of the AI features you can use right now in Client Hub, Canopy, Karbon, Financial Cents…